Navigating Interest Rates and Hedging Strategies - Video

Paul Elsen, director of hedging and capital markets at Chatham Financial, participated in a video interview during Nareit’s REITwise: 2024 Law, Accounting & Finance Conference held March 19-21 in Hollywood, Fla. Elsen emphasized the cautious stance of the Federal Reserve regarding potential rate cuts amidst inflation concerns.

Discussing long-term rates, Elsen highlighted the impact of supply and demand dynamics, with the Treasury issuing record levels of debt. He noted that he "wouldn't be surprised if we continue to see yields rise," underscoring the rise in yields due to a gap in demand as the Fed reduces its role as a buyer of treasuries.

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